A blog about how to find diamond deposits, where to find rough diamonds and finally, how to identify rough diamonds and their host rocks (i.e., kimberlite, lamproite and lamprophyre). Some rare diamonds are worth many times that of any other gemstone and gold. Since few jewelers and prospectors know how to identify rough diamond, it is best to learn the characteristics of diamonds and diamond deposits and where they should be found.

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The Gemhunter, a polymath of rocks, martial arts, stars, pencil, written word & public speaking. A Hall of Fame Martial Artist, Geologist, Author and Public Speaker. Look for numerous blogs by the GemHunter on gemstones, gold and martial arts designed to help the reader learn about these subjects.